iOrders

Is it twisted to order an iPad from an iPhone and to later order an iPad from an iPad?


Or is that just being a mondo computer geek?


- Dave, the geek

New iPad Wifi-3G 64GB

Been playing with my new iPad almost non-stop since it arrived on Friday.  Checked it out and have been loading apps, music, movies, tv shows, podcasts, itunes university lectures, photos and more.  I have to say, so far the iPad has exceeded my expectations.  I will continue to load and test apps daily to fine tune this device to perfectly fit my needs.

So far I have installed and tested over 200 applications... and I'm only getting started....

Review: Talking Carl

Price: $0.99

Talking Carl.  This is a totally useless app, but I like it because it's funnier then all heck.  I recommend it because it's good for at least a few laughs.

Talking Carl repeats what you say to him back in a humorous voice with hilarious expressions and movement. You can also poke, pinch and tickle Carl to get a reaction out of him.  He'll even grumble at you when you haven't interacted with him while the app is on, and when you shut the app down he says bye bye.  It's a cute app and good for a laugh, but not something you absolutely have to have.

Review: On the Grill

Price: $4.99

Weber's On The Grill, this is THE app for BBQ lovers! This application includes over 250 outstanding tested and approved recipes that have photos and detailed ingredients and step by step prep instructions. The app also includes a cooking timer, tips, videos, technique information, and much more.

I've tried many BBQ and cooking applications for the iPhone and this is one of the best available - it has all the right info that you're looking for in order to make great BBQ feasts.   If you like to cook, specifically BBQ, then this is the application you will want to get.

The best part of this app is that you will learn to improve your BBQ skills with the included instructions and videos, which helps you become a better chef.

Review: Navigon

Price: 79.99 (for USA & CAN version)

Navigon, Mobile Navigator North America.  This is one of my all time favorite apps - it's also the most expensive app I've ever paid for, but I have to say.. it was well worth it.  This app easily replaces any and all other mapping apps and GPS units out there.  I've owned several GPS units over the years, Magellan, Tom Tom and others, but to-date Navigon is the best GPS application I've had, and its nice to have it built-in to my iPhone so I don't have to carry a separate GPS in the car.

Navigon features turn-by-turn voice instruction which I found to be very fast and accurate. Out of all the GPS navigation systems I've used with voice, this is the only one that gives the instructions well timed in advance of an upcoming turn.  It really sucks when a nav system gives you the instruction within feet of the turn or just after the turn causing you to miss it.  Navigon keeps you on track and works very well.  If you are considering getting a navigation application for your iPhone or iPad, this is my recommendation.  For more info check out the Navigon website